National Under 20s team named for Argentina clash
The Australian Under 20s side to take on Argentina in the opening match of the IRB Junior World Championship has been named with Melbourne Rebels Forward, Sean McMahon to captain the side.
The Australian Under 20s has had the most extensive preparation in the programs history with a two longer camps and four preparation matches in 2014 readying the side for the rigours of international competition.
Head Coach Adrian Thompson was excited with the promise of his squad.
“The team has worked very hard throughout camp and are very excited to begin the tournament.
“The hard work is only just beginning as we have a very strong pool. The match against Argentina is going to be very tough, but I am very confident in the team we have named.”
1. Rory O’Connor
2. Harry Scoble
3. Allan Alaalatoa
4. Matt Philip
5. Jack Payne
6. Sean McMahon (c)
7. Rowan Perry
8. Ross Haylett-Petty
9. Joe Powell
10. Jake McIntyre
11. Andrew Kellaway
12. Jimmy Stewart
13. Lalakai Foketi
14. Brad Lacey
15. Jonah Placid
Reserves:
16. Alifeleti Kaitu’u
17. Cameron Orr
18. Tom Robertson
19. Sam Croke
20. Jack Dempsey
21. Angus Pulver
22. David Horwitz
23. Luke Burton
The Australian Under 20s match against Argentina will be broadcast live on FOX SPORTS at 11.30am AEST on Monday June 2.
